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Owning a boat is a privilege and a joy, especially when the weather is perfect for hitting the water. During the boating season, you likely put in the time and effort to maintain your vessel for optimal performance. However, during the offseason, it’s equally important to ensure your boat is safely stored and protected fromContinue reading “Keep Your Boat Safe: Storage Tips for Every Season”

Owning a recreational vehicle (RV) brings the joy of adventure and quality time with loved ones. Whether you use your RV for extended vacations, scenic road trips, or occasional weekend getaways, proper storage is crucial when it’s not in use. Storing an RV poses unique challenges due to its size, value, and maintenance requirements. HereContinue reading “Things to Consider When Storing Your RV”

Before diving into the art of storing wine, let’s debunk a common myth: not all wines benefit from aging. In fact, most wines, especially newer, less-expensive brands are best enjoyed within a few years of bottling. However, for those special bottles that improve with time, proper storage can enhance their value and flavor. There’s somethingContinue reading “Wine Storage Tips in San Diego”

Whether you’ve recently inherited family heirlooms, are downsizing, or need a safe place for your precious antiques, proper storage is essential. Without the right precautions, your exquisite collectibles could lose their value or sustain irreparable damage. Here’s a comprehensive guide to ensure your antiques stay in pristine condition during moving and storage. Choosing the RightContinue reading “Preserving Antiques: Best Practices for Storage”

Storing electronics doesn’t have to be stressful! With a little planning, you can keep your devices safe and in great condition, whether moving or storing them long-term. Here’s an easy guide to help you out: Give Everything a Quick Clean Dust and dirt might seem harmless, but they can damage your electronics by clogging ventsContinue reading “How to Store Your Electronics Safely”

Filling a self storage unit, may seem like a simple task, but there are a few little tips that may help you out. If you’re considering renting a storage space, these simple tips will help you maximize your storage space, help you properly load your items into the storage unit, provide considerations for accessing itemsContinue reading “Storage Unit Packing tips”

Selling your home? Staging is one of the best ways to attract buyers and boost your sale price. But here’s a helpful tip you might not have considered, using portable storage can make the process a whole lot easier. When you’re staging your home, de-cluttering is often the first step. This means removing personal items,Continue reading “Home Staging and Portable Storage: A Winning Combo”

Looking for a convenient way to handle your next move? Whether you’re moving locally or across the country, portable storage makes the process simpler and less stressful. Here’s what you need to know about using portable storage, also known as mobile storage, for your move. How Does Portable Storage Moving Work? Unlike traditional moving methods,Continue reading “Stress-Free Moving with Portable Storage”

Self storage may feel like a modern invention — a convenient way to stash extra belongings between moves or during life transitions — but the concept actually stretches back thousands of years. From ancient Egypt and Rome to the digital storage units of today, the history of self storage is a fascinating story of humanContinue reading “The History of Self-Storage: From Ancient Times to Modern Convenience”

This week has been incredibly tough for many families across San Diego. Wildfires have swept through neighborhoods, forcing countless residents to evacuate their homes. Tragically, one of our own employees and their family were among those who had to leave everything behind. While the fires continue to burn, today’s cooler weather and higher humidity areContinue reading “Free Storage for San Diego Fire Victims”

Americans Spend Billions on Holiday Decorations $6 billion dollars. That’s how much Americans are expected to spend on holiday decorations this year, according to the National Retail Federation. While Christmas decorations make up the bulk of this amount, other holidays like Hanukkah, Halloween, the 4th of July, St. Patrick’s Day, and more also add toContinue reading “Ideal Storage for Holiday Decorations”

Are you lucky enough to call La Jolla home? If so, and you’re in need of extra storage space, Big Box Storage has you covered! With convenient home delivery, easy pickup, and a best-price guarantee, we make storage in La Jolla simple and stress-free. What is Big Box Storage? Big Box Storage is a portableContinue reading ““Living Large” with Big Box Storage in La Jolla”